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A4 Spotlight: : Innovations in Sustainable Energy

A4 Architects

However, on the horizon, a wide variety of sustainable energy alternatives are being developed, promising a more enduring future. Harnessing tidal power is one example of possible sustainable energy. Green Hydrogen Diagram Another exciting and interesting area of research is “Green Hydrogen.”

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A4 Spotlight: Converting to Sustainable Energy

A4 Architects

However, some other countries have managed to almost completely convert their energy systems from ones like those found in the Unites States to nearly 100% sustainable systems in less than two decades. In 2006, the Uruguayan government launched its National Energy Policy, which set ambitious targets for renewable energy development.

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“A different way of developing cities” — SERA Architects' Tim Smith discusses the OMSI District and civic ecology

Portland Architecture

The district is projected to include 1,200 housing units, forming with the Burnside Bridgehead development to the north a residential bookend to the otherwise non-residential Central Eastside. There are ambitious sustainability goals here, its backers promise, and a commitment to equity. Brian Libby: Congratulations on your fellowship.

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The Forestias Bangkok sustainable quarter

e-architect

Image: Rungkit Charoenwat Grant Associates first collaborated with architects Foster + Partners, TK Studio Co, and a wide team of consultants in 2017 to develop this unique and distinctive landscape concept. The entire development is based on smart city principles, with autonomous vehicles, smart meters and sensor networks.

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Competitions: International Competition for the development of the master plan for the "Adem Jashari" Memorial Complex in Prekaz, Municipality of Skenderaj, in the Republic of Kosovo.

Bustler

Registration Deadline: Sep 6, 2023; Submission Deadline Sep 7, 2023 PROJECT NAME: Development of the Master Plan for the “Adem Jashari” Memorial Complex in Prekaz, Municipality of Skenderaj, in the Republic of Kosovo. This Memorial Complex is the most significant site of memory in Kosovo. TEAM REQUIREMENTS TO PARTICIPATE IN THE COMPETITION.

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Shenzhen Zhuxi Building by Aedas

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A response to the Shenzhen urban design approach that promotes green and sustainable initiatives with abundant recreational amenities. Image © Aedas Location: Shenzhen, China Architect: Aedas Design Director: Kelvin Hu, Executive Director Client: Shenzhen Mengdi International Investment Development Co.,

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"There are a lot of dangerous myths" about sustainability says Norman Foster

Deezen

British architect Norman Foster explains his studio 's approach towards sustainability and his views on concrete, timber, aviation and Architects Declare in this exclusive interview. Foster said the studio, which is the UK's largest, aims to create buildings that are both sustainable and improve people's lives.